Lycée Français International Théodore Monod vs Lycée Louis Massignon Abu Dhabi

	L Lycée Français International Théodore Monod Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates	L Lycée Louis Massignon Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 33,490 - 55,466	Fees / year AED 34,450 - 52,210
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
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Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, French Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,750	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, French	Instruction language Arabic, French
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Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location LFITM is in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on Saadiyat Island. The Saadiyat campus is located on Al Dhiba Street, Al Saadiyat (PO Box 6572). A second campus for primary students, Al Bateen Primary Model School, will reopen on Al Bateen in central Abu Dhabi for the 2026–2027 school year. The school operates within the AFLEC network and is affiliated with AEFE and the Mission Laïque Française (MLF).	Location Rabdan Street, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The campus is described as being in the heart of Abu Dhabi and is part of the city's French international education community. It is reachable via major roads and local transport in the capital.
Stages	Stages LFITM covers early years through terminale, with the Saadiyat campus serving from nursery to terminale and the Al Bateen campus dedicated to primary education (reopening for primary in 2026–27). The two-campus model is designed to serve growing families in Abu Dhabi.	Stages Preschool through Terminale, covering the French education stages from petite section to lycee. The school offers Preschool, Elementary, Collège, and Lycée as its four main levels, serving students from preschool up to final-year senior high school.
School type	School type LFITM is a co-educational, French international day school. It operates across two campuses (Saadiyat for all levels and Al Bateen for primary from 2026–27). It is part of AFLEC and AEFE networks.	School type The Lycée Louis Massignon is a French international school affiliated with the AEFE network and located in Abu Dhabi. It provides a continuous pathway from preschool to terminale; the elementary level is described as mixed (co‑educational).
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix LFITM hosts about 1,750 students representing 59 nationalities. The most common nationalities and the local-to-international student ratio are not published.	Pupil nationality mix The school hosts students from more than 40 nationalities, with about 1,770 students reported for the campus. The largest nationality group is French, representing roughly 44–45% of students. Publicly available data on the exact local (Emirati) versus international ratio is not published; historical reporting from 2012 suggested Emirati students were around 10% at that time.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school provides SEN/ALN support with on-site specialists, including a clinical psychologist, speech therapist, social worker, specialist teachers, guidance counselors, and nurses. These professionals work to support socio-emotional development and academic needs.	Additional learning support The Inclusion Division provides inclusive education support, including a listening point, a clinical expertise unit, and AESH support. The team offers services such as a speech therapist, psychologist, and psychomotor therapist, and implements individualised plans (PAI, PPS, PAP) to support students with disabilities or learning needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation France. LFITM is a French international school affiliated with AEFE, recognized by the French Ministry of Education, and linked with AFLEC and Mission Laïque Française.	Country affiliation Based in the United Arab Emirates; part of the AEFE network (French national education system abroad).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Religious affiliation is not stated; LFITM is a secular French international school and is part of the Mission Laïque Française network.	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is listed. The institution operates within the AEFE framework, which is secular.
School day structure	School day structure The school day on the Saadiyat campus starts at 8:00 for most levels, with early doors at 7:30 for primary; classes end at 14:30 for early years and 14:30–16:30 for primary, and 16:30–18:30 for middle and high school. TPS/PS sessions begin at 8:00 and end at 14:30.	School day structure Preschool starts at 7:50 am with two recess periods and an early dismissal of 1:15 pm (Fridays finish at 11:30 am). For Moyenne and Grande Sections, classes start at 7:50 am with a mid-morning break, a lunch break, a second short break, and a typical end time of 3:20 pm (Fridays 11:30 am). Collège begins at 7:50 am with a morning break around 9:53–10:08 am, lunch 12:03–1:15 pm, and ends around 3:10 pm to 5:15 pm depending on timetable (Fridays 11:30 am). Lycée begins at 7:50 am with a morning break 9:53–10:08 am, lunch 12:03–1:15 pm, and ends at 17:15 (5:15 pm) (Fridays 11:30 am).
Bus service details	Bus service details A door-to-door school bus service is offered for the Saadiyat campus, operated by Elite School Buses Transportation. Buses cover morning and afternoon routes within a defined perimeter, with an anglophone supervisor on board, seat belts, and adherence to DOT standards.	Bus service details Yes, the Lycée Louis Massignon provides a supervised school transport service. Registration is via Eduka. The service includes 1 morning and 3 afternoon runs from Monday to Thursday, plus 2 Friday afternoon services for secondary students. Journey time is capped at 60 minutes, and stops are fixed (one stop per student) within 200 metres of the home. The service start dates for the 2025–2026 year vary by cohort (secondary 26 August 2025; CP to CM2 27 August 2025; MS and GS 28 August 2025; PS 29 August 2025).
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - No separate non‑refundable application or admissions processing fee is listed in the school's published approved fees schedule for the 2025–2026 academic year. Annual tuition fees by school level (AED) - Maternelle (Kindergarten / MS–GS): AED 33,490 per year. - Élémentaire (Primary / CP–CM2): AED 40,030 per year. - Collège (Middle school): AED 47,350 per year (note: the approved schedule shows alternative/reduced figures in a second column for some middle years; both figures appear on the approved schedule). - Lycée (High school): 2nde (Grade 10 / Year 11) AED 62,530 per year; Terminale (Grade 12 / Year 13) AED 65,250 per year. The approved schedule displays additional alternative values alongside some grades. Per‑term amounts and billing schedule - The tuition billing schedule is a three‑installment plan: 40% due in the first installment, then 30% and 30% for the second and third installments. Specific deadlines shown on the approved schedule are: 04 October 2025 (40%), 31 January 2026 (30%), and 30 April 2026 (30%). Calculate each term amount by applying those percentages to the annual tuition for the pupil's year group. Example calculations (AED): - Maternelle (AED 33,490): 1st payment 40% = AED 13,396; 2nd payment 30% = AED 10,047; 3rd payment 30% = AED 10,047. - Élémentaire (AED 40,030): 1st payment 40% = AED 16,012; 2nd payment 30% = AED 12,009; 3rd payment 30% = AED 12,009. - Lycée — 2nde (AED 62,530): 1st payment 40% = AED 25,012; 2nd = AED 18,759; 3rd = AED 18,759. Terminale (AED 65,250): 1st payment 40% = AED 26,100; 2nd = AED 19,575; 3rd = AED 19,575. - Re‑registration or final enrolment is confirmed only once the required payment is received. Optional / additional annual charges - School transport (bus): AED 5,000 per student per year. - Bilingual programme surcharge: AED 4,500 per year in kindergarten; AED 5,250 per year from CP up to and including 2nde; AED 5,250 for the BFI (bilingual/section fees). These are charged in addition to the base tuition. - Textbooks, school meals (canteen), uniforms, school trips and extra‑curricular activities are not included in the tuition amounts and are payable in addition. The school's published practical guide names the canteen partner and the official uniform supplier (THREADS, Dalma Mall) for the 2025–2026 year. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day school (Primaire – Collège – Lycée) and no boarding (internat) charges are published. Other typical charges and notes - The approved fees schedule explicitly excludes costs for textbooks, lunches, uniforms, field trips and after‑school activities; families should budget separately for these items. - The bilingual programme surcharge and the school bus fee are mandatory only for families who choose those options; check the registration steps for how and when those options are added to the invoice. Refunds and cancellations - A detailed refund or withdrawal policy is not published alongside the approved tuition sheet and was not located in the school's publicly available admissions or procedural documents. Re‑registration is described as final only after payment; specific timelines, conditions or amounts for refunds/partial refunds are not stated in the publicly posted materials reviewed. Fee payment options and banking details - Bank transfer is accepted; the school publishes full bank details (bank name, IBAN, SWIFT and account name) for tuition payments. Families should use the school's bank details when instructed during registration. - The publicly posted bank details indicate the account at First Abu Dhabi Bank with IBAN and SWIFT provided. No fully detailed, publicly posted list of alternative accepted payment methods (credit‑card, online card portal) was found in the documents reviewed; contact the admissions or accounts office for card/payment‑gateway acceptance. Summary of gaps found in public materials - The approved fees schedule provides the core annual tuition amounts, the three‑installment payment timetable, the bilingual surcharge and the bus price, and it states which items are excluded from tuition. - The documents reviewed do not list a separate non‑refundable application fee, do not publish a full refund/withdrawal policy in the publicly available admissions materials, and do not supply an explicit public list of all accepted payment methods (card vs bank transfer). For these specific items (application fee, refund rules, card acceptance) contact with admissions/accounts is required to confirm the school's practice.	Fee details Application / registration fees - Re-enrolment advance: AED 1,000 payable at the re‑registration stage for returning pupils. - Registration / enrolment (one‑off) for new pupils / international section: AED 3,000 (applies at first-year enrolment as a registration/administrative fee). Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term breakdown) - The figures below show the school's published annual tuition amounts (AED) and an inferred three‑term payment split. The school bills quarterly with the first term covering four months and the two following terms shorter; using that structure produces a 40% / 30% / 30% split of the annual tuition for Term 1 / Term 2 / Term 3 respectively (first term therefore carries the larger payment). - Kindergarten (PS/KS1–KS3 / Petite–Grande section) - Annual tuition: AED 34,450. - Per-term (inferred 40% / 30% / 30%): Term 1 = AED 13,780; Term 2 = AED 10,335; Term 3 = AED 10,335. - Elementary (CP–CM2 / Grades 1–5) - Annual tuition: AED 38,710. - Per-term (inferred): Term 1 = AED 15,484; Term 2 = AED 11,613; Term 3 = AED 11,613. - Lower Secondary (6ème–3ème / Grades 6–9) - Annual tuition: AED 43,540. - Per-term (inferred): Term 1 = AED 17,416; Term 2 = AED 13,062; Term 3 = AED 13,062. - Upper Secondary (2nde–Terminale / Grades 10–12) - Annual tuition: AED 52,210. - Per-term (inferred): Term 1 = AED 20,884; Term 2 = AED 15,663; Term 3 = AED 15,663. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed across the school year in three payments/quarters. The first quarter covers four months and is larger than the two subsequent payments. Payments are due each term as invoiced by the school. - At re‑registration the school issues a request for an advance payment (AED 1,000) which must be paid within the timeframe specified in the re‑registration instructions to confirm the place. - The school's published fee schedule for the 2025–2026 academic year is ADEK‑approved (the school states fees are distributed across the year and paid quarterly). Boarding fees - The Lycée Louis Massignon is a day school; boarding facilities are not offered. Other compulsory or commonly charged costs (examples and typical amounts where published) - Registration / one‑off administration fee for first‑year enrolment: AED 3,000. - Examination fees: national examination charges (examples reported) include the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) ~ AED 100 and baccalaureate examination fees (amounts reported vary by year/subject; published examples show EAF and Baccalauréat fees around AED 290–720 depending on the exam). These examination fees are charged in addition to tuition where applicable. - Extracurricular activities (after‑school activities): AED 1,540 per semester / half‑year for a standard activity package (half‑year basis reported). - School canteen / catering: Activation of the canteen app and issuance of the physical card: AED 20; card replacement fee AED 11. The canteen is managed through the school's dedicated application and meal purchases are charged to the pupil's account. - Uniforms: Uniform is mandatory from Petite Section to Terminale. Uniforms are purchased separately (onsite partner retail outlet and an online store are used for purchasing). Specific garment prices are charged directly by the uniform supplier. - Transport (school bus): The bus service is a paid, optional service (for children from age 3+). Bus registration can be annual or termly and the service is sold as a forfait (morning + afternoon services); tariffs are published annually by the school and are charged in addition to tuition. A 3rd‑child reduction is applied for multiple siblings on the bus. Refunds and financial regulations - The school requires an advance at re‑registration (AED 1,000). Refunds and the precise financial regulations (withdrawal, pro‑rata refunds, deadlines) are governed by the school's financial regulations and parent handbook; families are required to follow the school's stated financial rules and the published fee approval documentation. For questions about refunds or cancellation, contact the school's finance or admissions office. Fee payment options - Registration, re‑registration and many administrative payments are handled through the school's registration platform (Eduka) and related school payment channels; canteen payments use the Direct School Education application. Parents are instructed to use the school's payment pathways (Eduka / school finance office) when settling tuition and ancillary charges. For payment methods accepted (card, bank transfer, etc.) and to obtain bank account details or online payment links, contact the school's finance office or use the payment options available in the school's registration/payment platforms. How fees are applied in practice (short notes) - Nursery / kindergarten tuition covers the majority of school supplies; elementary tuition covers textbooks supplied by the school (families provide consumables); secondary families must provide textbooks and equipment as listed per class. Contact for fee queries - School switchboard: +971 2 444 8085 (finance/admissions contacts are provided on the school's admissions pages). (Notes: annual tuition figures above are taken from the published fee schedule for 2025–2026 as published for the school and as reproduced in independent fee databases; the per‑term numbers shown are calculated using the school's stated term structure — first term = 4 months, next two terms shorter — and therefore represent an inferred 40%/30%/30% split of the published annual tuition.)
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements LFITM does not offer boarding. It operates as a day school and provides a paid door-to-door transport service for the Saadiyat campus. The service runs morning and afternoon routes with an English-speaking attendant on each bus; seats are equipped with belts sized to students, and Nursery children must use appropriate car seats. Enrollment in transport is subject to the school's transport regulations, and families outside Abu Dhabi Island will be contacted by the transport provider to arrange pickups.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Wearing the school uniform is an integral part of LFITM life. Uniforms are available from the official partner THREADS in Abu Dhabi (DALMA Mall, Al Wazn Street) with online ordering and home delivery options. The current uniforms remain valid for the 2025–2026 school year, with new stock gradually introduced as existing stock is sold.	Uniform requirement Uniforms are compulsory for all students from Nursery (Petite Section) through Terminale (Year 12). The uniform is designed for comfort and the local climate, with a classic collection and a dedicated sportswear line. The Primary line was co-created with teachers, pupils and parents, and the sportswear was designed by ESMOD Dubai. Uniforms can be purchased in Designesty shop at Carrefour Abu Dhabi Airport Road (Unit 57 Basement Floor) or ordered online at bbsartdesign.com.
Food options	Food options LFITM offers school meals provided by Food Nation. Nursery to Grade 1 receive complete lunch trays delivered to the classroom; Grades 2–5 have hot meals in the primary canteen; Grades 4–5 have access to the Grab & Go corner in the secondary canteen. Meals are ordered via the SPARE app, and the Nursery lunch-box option remains available for flexibility.	Food options The school offers a canteen service with balanced meals provided by an external caterer, with registrations handled online via Eduka. Families can provide a lunchbox or use the canteen; a funded account is required for canteen meals, and meals cannot be issued if funds are insufficient.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership LFITM is operated by AFLEC (Association Franco-Libanaise pour l'Éducation et la Culture). It is a partner of Mission Laïque Française (MLF) and a member of the AEFE network.	Governance and ownership The Lycée Louis Massignon is a French international school approved by the French Ministry of Education and directly managed by the AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad). It is part of the AEFE network. It also functions as the AEFE Middle East regional training institute and serves as a baccalaureate examination centre for nine countries.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details LFITM is a French international school in Abu Dhabi, affiliated with AEFE and AFLEC and recognized by ADEK, with Saadiyat Campus for maternelle through lycée and an Al Bateen Primary campus planned to open in 2026–27. The curriculum combines the French national program taught in French with multilingual options: a bilingual French–English Cambridge pathway for the elementary years and a standard French program with foundational English. From year 6 (6e), students may join the Section Internationale Américaine (SIA) in secondary, continuing the bilingual approach and preparing for the Baccalauréat Français International (BFI). The school is Cambridge-recognized and acts as an official Cambridge exam center, offering Cambridge English certificates (KET, PET, FCE), IGCSE, and IELTS. LFITM reports 100% pass rates at the Diplôme National du Brevet and the Baccalauréat, plus a 93% pass rate at IGCSE, and supports knowledge and culture through its PCC and PREI programs, including five-minute reading across French, English and Arabic.	Curriculum details The Lyce9e Louis Massignon Abu Dhabi follows the French national curriculum with a multilingual framework: French, English and Arabic are taught to all students, with Spanish, German and Latin added from colle8ge. The school operates from preschool to lycée (Grade 12), and maintains a British International Section from CP to Terminale. From Premie8re (Grade 11) onward, students may pursue the International French Baccalaureate (BFI) in the British Section, with the first French International Baccalaureate (British pathway) launched in 2025. The Parcours Avenir provides career guidance, and the school reports 100% pass rates at the Brevet and Baccalaureate levels. Inclusion is supported through ALN provisions for learners with specific needs.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Not specified on site.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results The school reports 100% pass rates at the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) and the Baccalauréat, with 93% of students passing IGCSE.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The LFITM emphasizes university progression globally, with a curriculum designed to prepare students for admission to top universities worldwide.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Not specified on site.	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The Lycée Français International Théodore Monod (LFITM) is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The school places a strong emphasis on social and emotional development as part of its educational project, highlighting socio-emotional competencies such as the ability to cooperate, innovate, and adapt. The principal's message stresses that excellence and benevolence guide all actions to help every student progress with confidence within an inclusive, multiculturally minded community. The périscolaire (after-school) program is designed to foster personal development, strengthen intellectual and physical aptitudes, and encourage students' engagement in life within the community. The school also integrates arts, music, sports, and creativity to nurture teamwork and personal balance, supporting SEL through daily practice and structured activities.	Social & emotional learning Lycée Louis Massignon operates a dedicated P46le Inclusion to support social and emotional learning (SEL) and wellbeing. The division includes a listening point (point écoute) and a clinical expertise unit, with staff: a social worker, Mélanie Denis, a specialized educator, Herminie Villette, and a psychomotrician, Héloefs Dugue9, who provide in-school support for students, families, and staff. The team focuses on wellbeing, confidence, and inclusion, and works with in-school specialists from Wonderful Minds (speech therapist, psychologist, and psychomotrician) to address communication, emotional, and developmental needs. Interventions are organized through individualized plans such as a PA4I, PPRE, PAP, and PPS to tailor support to each learner. Governance includes an inclusion commission and school follow-up structures to monitor student progress and ensure coordinated support. The school also runs wellbeing-focused activities, including the Semaine de la bienveillance et du bien-eat; these initiatives promote a calm, supportive climate for students.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) LFITM describes itself as an inclusive school that values diversity and mutual aid among students. There is no public disclosure of a detailed list of specific SEN provisions or of a dedicated SEN unit or specialist institution on the school's publicly accessible materials. The internal regulations are published in multiple languages, indicating governance and student conduct policies but not a separate SEN framework. Because explicit SEN offerings (types of needs supported, staff for SEN, or accreditation as a specialist SEN institution) are not publicly disclosed, it is not clear from available information which kinds of SEN LFITM can actively support beyond the general inclusivity statement. The school's stated commitment to safety, wellbeing, and inclusivity suggests an environment designed to accommodate a range of learners, but specific SEN details are not publicly enumerated.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides dedicated SEN support through the P46le Inclusion, which is designed to be inclusive and to adapt its operations for all learners. The Inclusion team includes a point écoute (listening point) and a cellule de9xpertise clinique to assess and coordinate care, with personnel such as a social worker (Me9lanie Denis) and a specialized educator (Herminie Villette), plus a psychomotrician (He9loefs Dugue9). The team administers disability-related provisions including a projet dccueil individualise9 (PAI), a programme personnalise9 de re9ussite e9ducative (PPRE), a plan de9 accompagnement personnalise9 (PAP), and a projet personnalisse9 de se9colarisation (PPS), and identifies PAP, PPS and HPI referents in secondary school. Auxiliar staff (AESH) support students with additional needs on site, and the inclusion team coordinates with educational teams and the school follow-up structures. The LLM policies page confirms a structured framework for childhood protection, anti-bullying, and other inclusion policies that underpin SEN support. The SEN approach is integrated within AEFE guidance but the school is not a standalone SEN specialist institution; it provides inclusive, school-based supports for a range of needs.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language LFITM operates a bilingual pathway (parcours bilingue) coordinated by Tina Ho, indicating formal English and French language integration within the curriculum. The school presents itself as offering a multilingual and multicultural education, underscoring its bilingual approach. Tina Ho is listed as the Coordinatrice du parcours bilingue, confirming dedicated leadership for the bilingual pathway. The school's interface includes language options (Français/Anglais), reinforcing its bilingual orientation. There is no explicit separate EAL department detailed beyond the bilingual pathway.	English as an additional language EAL support is provided for non-French-speaking students through targeted language interventions and multilingual programming. French as a Foreign Language (FLSco) is led by Inna Latycheva to assist early acquisition of French and coordinate with PAP/PPRE initiatives. The school also offers a British International Section (Section Internationale Britannique, SIB) from CP to Terminale with native-English instruction and a pathway toward the BFI; DNBI is available in 3e. From preschool onwards, five languages are taught at LLM: French, English, and Arabic for all students, with German, Spanish, and Latin offered later in the curriculum. Arabic is taught as either a mother-tongue (ALM) or foreign language (ALE), with increased hours in higher grades, and a European language option (ELCE) from 5e. These provisions collectively support students with diverse language backgrounds, and the school notes explicit language-shedding accommodations for non-French speakers.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing LFITM explicitly foregrounds safety and wellbeing as part of its mission, describing the school as inclusive and placing value on teamwork, mutual support, and a warm, nurturing environment. The mission notes that the school aims to provide a warm, benevolent, and stimulating setting where every child can thrive. The périscolaire program and the school's emphasis on socio-emotional skills contribute to mental wellbeing by fostering personal development, social interaction, and balance through a range of activities. The campus architecture and daily routines are described as warm and nurturing to support students' mental wellbeing. These elements collectively indicate a structured approach to student wellbeing and mental health, integrated into school life.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is a central focus of the Inclusion Division, which includes a wellbeing emphasis in the school culture and explicit support for self-confidence and emotional wellbeing. The P46le Inclusion's mission highlights wellbeing as a key outcome, and the team offers ongoing psychosocial support through its listening point and clinical expertise unit. The school promotes a climate of benevolence and solidarity through dedicated activities and events, such as weeks dedicated to wellbeing and inclusion (e.g., Semaine de la bienveillance et du bien-eat). The inclusion team provides direct in-school support and coordinates with families to reinforce wellbeing at home and in class. These practices are reflected in ongoing events and blog posts highlighting wellbeing initiatives at the LLM.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school provides an internal code of conduct (règlement intérieur) available in French, English, and Arabic, reflecting formal safeguarding and behavior policies. LFITM states it is an inclusive environment that values diversity and mutual aid, which supports safeguarding by promoting a safe and respectful community. While safeguarding is addressed through general policies and codes of conduct, explicit, detailed safeguarding procedures or child protection policies are not publicly enumerated in the available materials. The combination of multilingual policy documents and a focus on safety and wellbeing suggests a framework for safeguarding, but specific safeguarding procedures are not publicly disclosed.	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection are explicit policy areas at Lyce9e Louis Massignon, with a dedicated Child Protection section and a range of related policies. The Policies page lists a childhood protection policy (child protection) and an anti-bullying policy, alongside other safeguarding and student-protection documents, all designed to ensure safe school operations. The school provides contact channels for safeguarding-related concerns, including established email contacts for different sections (maternelle/CP, elementary, and collège/lyce9e) as part of its safeguarding framework. The safeguarding framework is complemented by the Protection de le9nfance information, which outlines practical details and availability for staff, families, and students. These elements together establish a structured approach to protecting children and responding to safeguarding concerns.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview LFITM operates two campuses in Abu Dhabi. The Saadiyat Campus serves Nursery through Grade 12 and offers two pathways: a French–English bilingual pathway starting in Nursery and a standard French pathway. The Al Bateen Campus will welcome primary school students beginning in September 2026–2027, subject to ADEK approval. The Saadiyat Campus is described as a state‑of‑the‑art site with modern facilities and cutting‑edge equipment. The school is an official examination centre for the Diplôme National du Brevet and the Baccalauréat, accredited by the French Ministry of Education.	Facilities overview The Lyce9e Louis Massignon is located in Abu Dhabi and has welcomed students for over 50 years in a secure, multilingual, multicultural and caring environment. It is directly managed by AEFE, approved by the French Ministry of Education and under the authority of the French Embassy in the Emirates. In 2019, a bioclimatic nursery school was inaugurated, and the campus includes ongoing projects to improve comfort, green spaces and the living environment for students. Digital technology and innovation are integrated into learning, and there are three reading spaces dedicated to supporting the French, Arabic and English curricula.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Promoting sport is a core element of the school's physical education and sports policy for all pupils. The extracurricular program includes football, dance, tennis and a broad range of other activities to suit all tastes. All activities are supervised by experienced professionals, and a detailed schedule and catalogue of activities is available.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities LFITM welcomes over 1,750 students representing 59 nationalities and operates two campuses with modern facilities aligned to the French education system. The Saadiyat Campus serves Nursery to Grade 12 and provides two pathways (French–English bilingual and standard French). The institution has official recognition as an examination centre for the DNB and the Baccalauréat, allowing exams to be taken on site. IGCSE examinations are also part of its offerings, with a high level of achievement reported across exams.	Academic facilities LLM is approved by the French Ministry of Education and is directly managed by AEFE. It offers a British International Section from Grade 1 (CP) to Grade 12 (Terminale) and an International French Baccalaureate (BFI) British Section from Grade 11 (1). The school teaches six languages, including French, English and Arabic from preschool, with Spanish, German and Latin taught from collège. The calendar follows the French school year with local adaptations such as holiday zones and Ramadan. Digital tools are used to support learning, and three reading spaces support the French, Arabic and English curricula.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Art, music, and sports are central to LFITM's approach, with a focus on creativity and a range of clubs and associations. The Parents' Association participates actively in school life, supporting events and community engagement. LFITM emphasizes leadership and entrepreneurship through student participation in relevant clubs and associations.	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities are available for everyone from nursery to final year. The program includes sporting, cultural and artistic activities such as football, dance, tennis, theatre, ballet and cookery workshops. All activities are supervised by experienced professionals and a detailed schedule and catalogue is published. The cost is AED 1,540 per half-year for a semester of activities, with a reduced rate for eligible students. Registration is via the Eduka platform.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History LFITM was founded in 2006. It began on the Al Bateen campus and later moved to a modern Saadiyat Island campus to accommodate growth. The Saadiyat campus serves Nursery through Terminale and offers two pathways: a bilingual French–English pathway and a standard French pathway. In September 2026–2027, the historic Al Bateen campus will reopen to welcome primary school students, subject to ADEK approval, complementing the Saadiyat campus. LFITM is part of the AFLEC network of French international schools.	History The school was established in 1972 as the Ecole des Socie9te9s Fran8aises, an initiative of the Socie9te9 des Pe9troles. In 1982 it was renamed Lyce9e Louis Massignon in honour of the French Islam scholar Louis Massignon. The current campus opened in 1980 after a land swap facilitated by the French ambassador to the UAE; since 1992, the school has been managed by AEFE, the French government agency for education abroad. A major campus expansion opened in 2012 to accommodate growth, and in February 2024 the school was accredited to the UNESCO Associated Schools Network. Since 2023, leadership has been Anne-Sophie Gouix as headmistress and Youcef Benhamou as co-headmaster.
Community	Community LFITM hosts more than 1,750 students representing 59 nationalities, reflecting a multilingual and multicultural community. The school emphasizes culture through partnerships that provide a wide range of artistic and cultural projects, with art, music, sports, and creativity playing central roles in its educational approach. The school is active in community life, including graduation ceremonies; the Class of 2025 graduation demonstrated strong engagement with a 100% Baccalauréat success rate.	Community The Lyce9e Louis Massignon hosts a multilingual, international community drawn from dozens of nationalities. The British International Section operates from CP to Terminale, with a British Section pathway to the French International Baccalaureate launching in 2025. Community life is enriched by intercultural events such as the May of Languages, Shakespeare Day, and Franco-German language exchanges with GISAD, the German International School Abu Dhabi. A broad programme of extracurricular activities covers sport, arts, and clubs for all levels, from nursery to final year.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Parents' Association (APE) is a team of volunteer parents reflecting the school's cultural diversity and actively involved in LFITM life. APE's objectives include promoting the French language and student well‑being, uniting the community through events and year‑end celebrations, guiding parental communication with the school, and representing parent interests in meetings and committees. Membership requires an annual contribution of 100 AED, payable by envelope at the school entrance or by emailing ape.ltm@aflec-fr.org. To join, provide your full name, the names and classes of your children, and your email address. APE can be reached at ape.ltm@aflec-fr.org.	Parent teacher association CAPE stands for Comité Autonome des Parents de9le8ves (Autonomous Parents' Committee). It is a non-profit association independent of political, religious or union movements, created in 2020 to represent the parents of students from nursery through terminale. Its missions include maintaining a bridge of communication between teachers, administration and parents; involving all parents in their children s schooling and in the future of the school; supporting families 0requests to ensure inclusive and caring schooling; organizing after-school activities and various extracurricular events to bring families together with the school administration outside classroom hours; and providing a Parents 0Guide for families.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual From preschool through Grade 5, LFITM offers two learning pathways: a French–English bilingual pathway taught by native-speaking teachers and a standard French pathway, with early English exposure and Arabic introduction. Starting from Grade 6, students may join the American International Section (SIA), which continues the bilingual program and strengthens English through literature and history-geography. LFITM provides post-LFITM guidance with a dedicated guidance counselor, regular meetings with professionals and university representatives, and a pathway to leading international universities. The Harvard Young Leaders Program develops leadership, public speaking, project management, and critical thinking, and LFITM supports students as Young International Reporters to cover cultural, sports, and educational events.	Academic & intellectual The school is based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and is a pioneer of French education in the emirate with more than 50 years of experience in a multilingual, multicultural, and caring environment. The school offers education from preschool through senior high school (Terminale).
Arts & creative	Arts & creative LFITM provides cultural and artistic experiences through partnerships with the French Embassy, Institut Français, Sorbonne University, and Louvre Abu Dhabi. The Saadiyat Campus has an auditorium and facilities for performances, and projects such as From the Blank Page to the Stage. The Knowledge and Culture Hub (PCC) offers reading spaces (Marmothèque), a library and knowledge centers, and a three-language DEAR reading initiative in French, English, and Arabic.	Arts & creative The school presents a multilingual curriculum with five languages taught, including French, English and Arabic for all classes, and Spanish, German and Latin beginning in collège.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language From preschool, LFITM offers two pathways: French-English bilingual pathway taught by native-speaking teachers and a standard French pathway, with early English and Arabic exposure. In elementary, families choose between a French-English bilingual pathway (taught by native-speaking teachers and following the Cambridge curriculum) and a standard French pathway. From Grade 6, students may join the American International Section (SIA) to continue the bilingual program and strengthen English while maintaining French; three languages of instruction are used across the school, reinforced by initiatives like DEAR (French, English, and Arabic).	Cultural & language The school features a British international section from CP to Terminale and an International French Baccalaureate (BFI) with a British pathway starting in 1ère (Year 11).
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The After-School Program offers a wide range of sports and cultural activities and is supported by modern facilities at the Saadiyat Campus, including an auditorium, swimming pool, gymnasiums, and courts for basketball, volleyball, and football. The program aims to develop personal growth, intellectual and physical abilities, and community participation. LFITM also promotes involvement in clubs and associations as part of its Leadership and Entrepreneurship focus.	Social & hobbies The school emphasizes a caring and inclusive approach as part of its core values.
Community & service	Community & service The Parents' Association (APE) is a key partner in school and community life. It aims to promote the French language and student well-being, and to unite the community through events, while guiding parents in communications with the school. The school supports community engagement through clubs and associations and a culture of volunteer involvement.	Community & service Not specified on the site content provided. Return null.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional LFITM offers the Harvard Young Leaders Program, a leadership development initiative in partnership with Harvard University, and provides a dedicated guidance counselor with regular meetings with university representatives and a pathway to international universities. Graduates participate in an Alumni Network that supports current students, and opportunities like Young International Reporters (JRI) foster leadership, communication, and event coverage.	Leadership & professional Not specified on the site content provided. Return null.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing LFITM has been rated Very Good by ADEK for quality of teaching and facilities. The Saadiyat Campus hosts an auditorium, swimming pool, gymnasiums, and sports courts to support fitness and team activities. The school emphasizes well-being of every member of the community and a caring, inclusive campus environment.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school calendar follows the French school year with adjustments for local context (e.g., Ramadan). Mobile phones are allowed from lycée onward; daily use of tablets/computers is not the norm, with occasional requested use from teachers starting in collège.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught include French (aligned with the Éducation nationale), English (through bilingual tracks and the SIA in secondary, following the Cambridge program), and Arabic (introduced early and used in language activities). In secondary, the SIA continues the bilingual instruction and the BFI is offered. A DEAR reading program operates in French, English and Arabic.	Language provision Five languages are taught: French, English and Arabic for all classes; Spanish, German and Latin from collège. The British International Section runs from Grade 1 to Grade 12, and the International French Baccalaureate (BFI) – British Section begins at Grade 11. The school is approved by the French Ministry of Education and AEFE directly managed, with language-support programs for non-French-speaking students. The calendar follows the French school year and is adapted to local contexts (holiday zones, Ramadan). Mobile phones are allowed only from lycée onward, and daily use of tablets or computers is not standard.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching LFITM offers a French-English bilingual pathway across the primary and secondary levels. In nursery, the bilingual pathway is taught by native-English teachers, providing natural English immersion. In elementary, the bilingual pathway is taught by native-English teachers and follows the Cambridge program. In secondary, the school features the American International Section (SIA), which continues the bilingual program from elementary and prepares students for the Baccalauréat Français International (BFI).	Bilingual teaching Yes. The British International Section provides English-language instruction alongside the French curriculum, from Grade 1 to Grade 12.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Immersion is achieved through the French-English bilingual pathway in early years, with native-English teachers. English is introduced in the early years and Arabic is also taught. A reading initiative (DEAR) provides five minutes of reading in French, English and Arabic across levels.	Immersion programs The school uses a multilingual curriculum with five languages taught from early years, rather than a dedicated immersion program; languages include French, English and Arabic for all classes, plus Spanish, German and Latin from collège.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions LFITM regularly organizes information sessions and campus tours to allow families to discover the environment and ask their questions. These events provide insight into LFITM's programs and campus life as part of the admissions experience. Admissions for the 2026/2027 school year are open; reserve your child's place today. Brochures and additional information are available through the Admissions page.	Admissions 1. The Lyce9e Louis Massignon welcomes pupils from Petite Section to Terminale. It is approved by the French Ministry of Education and is part of the AEFE network. It offers a British International Section from CP to Terminale and an International French Baccalaureate (BFI) British Section beginning in 1. This structure supports continuation within the French educational framework and the AEFE network. 2. Create your family space on Eduka, the joint platform used by LLM and LFITM. One account per parent is required to manage applications and communications. The platform centralizes pre-registration, documents, and progress updates. 3. Pre-registration and submission: complete the full application on Eduka and attach all documents requested. The system requires you to finish the application on Eduka before it can be submitted to the admissions team. The platform is the formal channel for submission. 4. File review: the admissions committee analyzes the submitted file. If necessary, an interview or placement test will be conducted to assess fit and level alignment. The review determines whether the applicant meets the school;s entry requirements. 5. Interview or test: an interview or placement test is conducted for certain levels or when transferring from another school system. Results are communicated as part of the admission decision. 6. Admission notification and enrollment: admission is communicated by email; check spam. Finalizing registration involves entering additional information on Eduka, paying fees, and confirming enrollment. Families may receive instructions to complete the enrollment in Eduka with payment steps. 7. Required documents: passports for the child and both parents; vaccination booklet; Certificat de radiation / Exeat; recent school reports; official translations if necessary; KHDA transfer certificate if the child attended school in Dubai or Sharjah. Keep documents ready for submission and potential translation requirements. The documents verify identity, health status, and prior schooling. 8. Re-enrollment and waiting list: re-enrollment for the 2025-26 school year closed on 18 April 2025. After that date, reenrollment is placed on a waiting list and places are offered as available. When invited, an advance payment of 1,000 AED toward tuition may be requested to secure enrollment.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Waitlist exists for reenrollment. Re-enrollment closed on 18 April 2025; thereafter, reenrollment is placed on a waiting list. The school reviews waiting list applications and may invite families to make an advance payment of 1,000 AED toward tuition to secure enrollment.
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